TSA Jobs and Careers forFederal Security Director Position

TSA Jobs and CareersThe Federal Security Director (FSD) is responsible for providing day-to-day operational direction for federal security at airports projected to have a small workforce, few checkpoints, and directly involved in the national interest. The FSD will be the ranking TSA authority responsible for the leadership and coordination of TSA security activities. These responsibilities and accompanying authority include tactical planning, execution, and operating management for coordinated security services and other duties as prescribed for the Under Secretary of Transportation for Security.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Federal Security Director (FSD) is responsible for providing day-to-day operational direction for federal security at airports projected to have a small workforce, few checkpoints, and directly involved in the national interest.

The FSD will be the ranking TSA authority responsible for the leadership and coordination of TSA security activities. These responsibilities and accompanying authority include tactical planning, execution, and operating management for coordinated security services and other duties as prescribed for the Under Secretary of Transportation for Security. The FSD is responsible for activities such as:

Implementation, performance and enhancement of security and screening standards for airport employees and passengers

Oversight of passenger, baggage, and air cargo security screening

Airport security risk assessments

Security technology implementation and maintenance within established guidelines

Crisis management

Data and communications network protection and recovery as it impacts on federal security responsibilities

Employee security awareness training

Supervision of Federal law enforcement activities within the purview of the FDS and TSA

Coordination of federal, state, and local emergency services and law enforcement

Key Skills

Federal Security Director

Ability to plan and organize, set priorities, develop schedules and milestones and formulate and evaluate plans

Skill in motivating and inspiring others and adapting own leadership style to a variety of situations

Ability to express ideas and facts in a clear and understandable manner, tailoring communication to the intended audience

Ability to manage a diverse workforce and lead others, including planning and assigning work, improving and controlling performance, selecting employees, and promoting EEO, human relations, and employee participation

Selective Factor/Quality Ranking Factor(s)

Demonstrated senior level management experience in one or more of the following areas: law enforcement, aviation security, professional asset/military force protections, or corporate security.